Ask the Experts

Ask the Experts

• Intel AMT flaw: How are corporate endpoints put at risk?

  A recent flaw in Intel's Advanced Management Technology enables hackers to gain access to endpoint devices. Discover how this flaw can be mitigated with expert Judith Myerson.  Continue Reading

• When does the clock start for GDPR data breach notification?

  As new GDPR data breach notification rules go into effect, companies must be ready to move faster than before. Mimecast's Marc French explains what will change and how to cope.  Continue Reading

• What will GDPR data portability mean for enterprises?

  Enforcement of the EU's Global Data Protection Regulation is coming soon. Mimecast's Marc French discusses the big questions about GDPR data portability for enterprises.  Continue Reading

• AIR-Jumper: How can security camera lights transmit data?

  Researchers developed aIR-Jumper, an exploit that leverages lights within security cameras to extract data. Learn how this attack works and how to prevent it with expert Nick Lewis.  Continue Reading

• Com.google.provision virus: How does it attack Android devices?

  The com.google.provision virus reportedly targets Android users, but little is known about it. Nick Lewis discusses the mystery threat and how Common Malware Enumeration may help.  Continue Reading

• Internet Explorer bug: How does it expose address bar info?

  A bug in Microsoft's Internet Explorer update exposes information that users enter into the browser's address bar. Learn more about the bug and URL tracking with Nick Lewis.  Continue Reading

• CCleaner malware: How dangerous is it to enterprises?

  A watering hole attack led to CCleaner malware being installed on millions of systems. Nick Lewis explains how the attack worked and why it should concern enterprises.  Continue Reading

• ExpensiveWall malware: How does this SMS attack function?

  A new SMS malware known as ExpensiveWall was recently discovered by Check Point. Learn how it infects devices and puts Android device users at risk with expert Nick Lewis.  Continue Reading

• How can improper certificate pinning be stopped by the Spinner tool?

  Researchers developed a tool to help prevent improper certificate pinning that causes security issues. Expert Michael Cobb reviews the issue and the Spinner tool.  Continue Reading

• How does a WPAD attack work and how can it be prevented?

  Google Project Zero discovered a WPAD attack that could target systems running Windows 10. Expert Michael Cobb explains how the attack works and how to bolster WPAD security.  Continue Reading

• How can users deal with app trackers that collect customer data?

  App trackers were found in hundreds of Google Play apps. Expert Michael Cobb explains the threat they pose and how GDPR has the potential to reduce the risk.  Continue Reading

• How does Tizi spyware affect Android apps?

  Android apps affected by Tizi spyware were found in the Google Play Store by Google's Play Protect team. Expert Michael Cobb reviews the threat and how it was fixed.  Continue Reading

• The Keeper browser extension flaw: How can users stay secure?

  The Keeper browser extension had a vulnerability that highlighted security issues with password managers. Expert Michael Cobb looks at how to avoid security flaws in these tools.  Continue Reading

• VMs per host: What are the risks of multiple connections?

  While there are no set rules, there are some security recommendations when it comes to virtual machines running on one host. Learn the best practices with expert Matt Pascucci.  Continue Reading

• Search engine poisoning: How are poisoned results detected?

  Poisoned search results have spread the Zeus Panda banking Trojan throughout Google. Learn what this means, how search engine poisoning works and what can be done to stop it.  Continue Reading